Tendon injuries

Cold has the advantage of reducing both pain and swelling. Contraindications to the application of cold include the lack of distal circulation, snake bites and cold injuries. Compression is applied by elastic-type compression bandages. Take care C Compression to check distal circulation before and after applying compression. Compression also helps relieve pain and reduce swelling. Elevation also helps reduce swelling, particularly when the injured area E Elevation can be elevated above the level of the heart.